New York to Fund Energy Storage Feasibility Studies, Demonstrations

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ) last week issued a call for papers for energy storage feasibility studies and demonstration projects in New York. NYSERDA said that a total of $15.5 million in funding is available for projects that can support renewable energy technologies, save customers money, and ease peak electric demand burdens on the power grid. Initial concept papers will be accepted through March 1, 2020, or until all funds are committed. Through a competitive process, NYSERDA will select the best projects to submit follow-up proposals for feasibility studies or full demonstration projects. The proposals selected will receive funding to complete their studies and demonstration projects. “Under Governor Cuomo’s leadership, the state is leading in the development and use of clean energy technologies, including storage,” NYSERDA ...